On Jun 13, 9:36 pm, wrote:
> I've got in in my head to try cognac for the first time. I'm not much of a
> drinker anymore. That part of my life came and went. I pretty much only drink
> red wine now, and enjoy cherry flavored brandy. I never developed a taste for
> the dark liquors, like scotch or rye. So I'm wondering what cognac would be
> like. All I know about it is that it seems to be a classy drink. My question,
> and forgive me for asking such a stupid one, is how do you drink it? I mean,
> temperature, serving size, etc. I've seen people in movies and on TV warming
> something up over a flame. Cognac or brandy? I did a little research and see the
> alcohol content is about 40% or 80 proof. But I know little else. Also brands?
> I'd appreciate any help in delving into this possible pleasure late in life.
> Thanks.

At one time, I worked in a private club in Seattle called The Ruins.
As an employee and after 6 months of working there, you & 3 guests can
have dinner there(one time only). My husband, Mom, & sister were my
guests. After a fabulous dinner, we were asked if we would like an
after dinner drink. Of course, but what to have?? Our server said he
would pick out something good for us. He returned with 4 glasses of
Cognaq, which we enjoyed. As we were getting ready to leave, he
informed me not to tell, but we had just had $1000.00 worth of Cognac
after our $500.00 dinner!